2006 Kia Rio wouldn't start after refueling

2006 KIA RIO
110,000 MILES
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DANDEMERREL
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I just purchased a 2006 Kia Rio 2 days ago. It is a 5 speed. Tonight, after filling up with gas, it wouldn't start. I had to pump the gas pedal to start it. It took a few revs to keep it running, but ran fine after that. I drove it home, turned it off for a few minutes and tried starting it again and it started like a dream every time. Is this a common problem for this car or do I need to take it to the shop?
Feb 17, 2012 at 1:36 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Might want to have the fuel pressure checked/monitored fuel pump could be failing
Feb 17, 2012 at 1:43 AM
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